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The Makeup Items Every Woman Needs to Add to Her Kit

Apr 24 2015 - 3:00am

A woman's makeup kit is one of her most prized possessions. Whether it's a small makeup bag fit for travel or a CosmoCube packed with products [1], many secrets are held within. How do your lashes get so long? (Falsies.) Did you lose some weight? (Contouring palette.) How did you get that glow? (Highlighter.) We've compiled a list of items every woman needs in her vanity based on skill level. If you're a beginner, start with a simple foundation and build up to professional status. Happy shopping!

For Beginners . . .

If you're just starting to explore the world of makeup, these are the bare-bones basics. This list may be small, but even a novice can create a flawless, natural look with these products. It's also a good packing list for travel.

Mascara

BB cream

A cheek and lip stain

Eyeliner (pencil)

An eye-shadow duet

A brow pencil and brow gel

A foundation sponge

Lip balm

Tweezers

Makeup-remover wipes

For Intermediates . . .

So you've been doing this for a minute and graduated to maven status. Below you'll find the items you need to add to your makeup kit during the next haul. The cat-eye flick and contouring are no problem for you, but you still have a few skills to master yet.

Eyelash curler

Bronzer

Highlighter

Concealer

Primer

Liquid foundation

A bold lipstick

Lip liner

A cream and powder blush

Liquid eyeliner (with felt tip)

An eye-shadow palette

A spoolie brush

Hydrating mist

Foundation brush

Eye-shadow brush

Double-sided contour and blush brush

Pressed-powder compact

Pointed Q-tips

Eye-makeup remover

For Experts . . .

Did someone call for a makeup artist? Whether you've been classically trained or logged hours of YouTube training, you know your way around the makeup aisle. Before you embark on your professional career, make sure your rolling suitcase of products is packed with the following: